At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer - Remote in Eastern, Central, and Mountain Time Zone with experience in Node.js, SQL, and building efficient high throughput applications. They will be responsible for architecting, building, and security hardening claims processing automations. This role plays a key part in ensuring claims quality and accuracy in our Benefit Operations organization. This position will be expected to maintain and build new functionality for existing applications as well as participate in driving new projects from requirements gathering through delivery. Applicants must be able to work independently and serve as mentors and guide for less experienced engineers by working with peers to set team standards, host code reviews, and meet one on one when opportunities arise.
This is a remote role open to candidates in Eastern, Central, or the Mountain time zone.
If you are located in Mountain, Central, or Eastern Time zone areasfrom anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable and robust applications
- Write clean, testable, and maintainable software
- Lead code reviews and contribute to the development of high-quality applications
- Translates complex concepts in ways that can be understood by a variety of audiences
- Remain abreast of new and emerging technologies that can be leveraged to help the team meet its goals
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience working with cross functional teams
- 3+ years of experience with JavaScript (Node.js, jQuery)
- 3+ years of experience with Git version control
- 2+ years of experience with MS SQL, PostgreSQL, or another relational database
- 2+ years of experience developing, deploying, and consuming RESTful APIs
- 2+ years of experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or other containerization, deployment, and orchestration
- 1+ years of experience with MongoDB or another NoSQL database
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in computer science or similar discipline
- Experience with C# and/or Python
- Experience implementing mitigations for known vulnerabilities in software
- Experience mentoring junior engineers
- Healthcare/insurance claims experience
- Familiarity with Typescript
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience working with cross-functional teams
- 3+ years of experience with JavaScript, Node.js, and jQuery
- 3+ years of experience with Git version control
- 2+ years of experience with MS SQL, PostgreSQL, or another relational database
- 2+ years of experience developing, deploying, and consuming RESTful APIs
- 2+ years of experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or other containerization, deployment, and orchestration technologies
- 1+ years of experience with MongoDB or another NoSQL database
- Degree in computer science or a similar discipline
- Experience with C# and/or Python
- Experience implementing mitigations for known software vulnerabilities
- Experience mentoring junior engineers
- Healthcare or insurance claims experience
- Familiarity with TypeScript
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is often regarded as generous, with meaningful accrual and flexibility to use it. While practices can vary by team, the overall time-off offering stands out as a relative strength.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer matching is available and generally well-regarded for supporting long-term savings. It remains valuable, though candidates should verify the current match formula.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs such as parental leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are included as notable elements of the total rewards package. These resources can meaningfully support work-life balance when applicable to the role and location.
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What We Do
Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.